Why Do You Come to the Net54 Forum?

[HRBAKER]

To participate in polls.
Seriously, I come to learn, communicate with good friends and share what limited knowledge I have. The pee-pee measuring contests come with the territory. I tend to ignore them mostly.

[buymycards]

Too bad only one selection can be chosen. I didn't complete the poll because several options applied to me, along with more reasons that are not listed.

BTW, I do not enjoy any of the threads that turn into threats, name calling, etc. Legitimate complaints are fine but let's keep them civil please.

Rick

[Cardboard Junkie]

I like to study vintage cards and keep informed of developments in the hobby, new finds, and I love seeing other collections. Dave Pierson

[obcbobd]

I choose option #1 Learn about the industry. Another reason, net mentioned is the B/S/T thread. I've been a seller and more often a buyer and find it great.

Regarding the personal attacks, when I see one of those type of posts, I just move on to something else.

[guy3050]

I come for the Buffet... of cards. Seriously, I just started collecting prewar cards this past december and in my opinion this is the best place to gather knowledgeable information about the hobby.
by the way Buythatcard, I have bought 3 or 4 T205's from you on ebay and your service and shipping is amazing

Guy

[Jaybird]

I still come on everyday and post but lately have been less inclined to participate because there is a vulture mentality where people jump all over everything you have to say.

[Eric72]

Thank you very much for running this poll and posting this thread. I truly appreciate the opportunity to weigh in on this.

The reasons I visit are numerous; however, one stands clearly above the rest. This board has taught me more about Pre-War material in four months than I had learned in my 40 years prior to joining.

Yes, I have made a few friends along the way, and find that quite rewarding. I have also made a few transactions - all of them positive ones - through the B/S/T, and enjoyed that too.

And, of course, I have had bouts of side-splitting laughter at some of the things posted on Net54, occasionally coupled with tears literally streaming down my face.

Are there some spats that get a bit nasty? Perhaps. However, I try to take things with a grain of salt. Life is too short, and I would rather spend it having fun that getting too worked up over pieces of cardboard depicting, "long dead sporting men." (sbfinley, please know that I am not taking a swipe by quoting you. Quite the contrary, I think you put things in proper perspective when you posted that.)

In closing, it never ceases to amaze me how much knowledge our members have about a hobby that means a great deal to me. And their willingness to share what they have learned is truly inspiring. So long as there are those willing to teach me about vintage cards, I am more than eager to learn.

I consider being a member of this board to be a golden opportunity, and thank each and every one of you for welcoming me here.

Sincerely and Respectfully,

Eric

[Tsaiko]

The chicks
You know, the card collector groupies.

[freakhappy]

Originally Posted by Tsaiko

The chicks
You know, the card collector groupies.

Awesome!

[Shoele$$]

I believe we're all here for the same thing, which is the love of the hobby and joy of collecting vintage cardboard. We're all here to discuss, debate, buy, sell, trade etc. However the majority of us are men, and when you put men together and combine a passion they all are share, it's inevitable that things will eventually get passionate and heated from time to time. It wouldn't matter what hobby or interest was being discussed here, when men and a passion are involved, it's almost impossible not for human nature (especially that of a man) not to take effect.